Raksha Bandhan 2021: Preparations for Raksha Bandhan are being done with a lot of excitement in Agra, the land of the Taj. A special kind of rakhis called Vedic Rakhi is being prepared here. It is said that sisters are going to tie this rakhi to their brothers to protect them from COVID-19.
At Rani Laxmibai Bal Kendra in Agra, these rakhis are being made by young girls who want to protect their brothers from COVID-19 by tying these rakhis on their wrists.
A small bundle is made with 8 items:
In order to make "Vedic rakhi", a small bundle of 8 herbs and spices is initially prepared. Cloves, cardamom, camphor, mace, holy basil giloy, turmeric are filled by hand in a small bundle. This bundle of goodness is what makes the 'Vedic Rakhi' so special. Mamta, a member of the Self Help Group, claims that people in Vedic times used these spices to cure themselves of cold, cough, fever and many other illnesses. This is why the "Vedic Rakhi" contains all these things.
The rakhi is called 'Vedic Rakhi' due to its relevance to various remedies attributed to Vedic times.
Gift of Health
In an amazing initiative from children, sisters are now giving their brothers the gift of health. In addition, all profits obtained through this initiative would be used for the welfare of children and the community. You can also order these "Vedic Rakhis" for yourself. These rakhis are only made on special orders.
Cost of making one rakhi by hand
This rakhi, which costs Rs 30 to make, could easily be sold in the market for up to Rs 50. 'Vedic Rakhi' is completely made by hand, is cost-effective, durable and also aims to promote good health. Apart from these benefits, all profits made from this initiative would be used exclusively for development of children and the community.